How do Tour de France cyclists pee during race? Bradley Wiggins explains grim rule
dailystar.co.ukTour de France, and explained other secrets about a rider's relief during the race. The Tour de France gets under way today with the first stage taking place in Copenhagen, Denmark.The race will see riders take on all conditions as they attempt to complete 2,200 miles in 23 days.
That is a lot of cycling. So, what happens if you’re in the leading pack and you really need to pee? Olympic gold medalist and Tour de France winner Bradley Wiggins has explained the unwritten rule that helps with trickling trick.During a section in Eurosport’s cover of the Tour de France, Bradley Wiggins revealed that a natural break will take place when the Yellow Jersey stops.The Yellow Jersey is worn by the rider who leads the overall race at the end of each stage.Wiggins said: “The unwritten rule in the peloton: The Yellow Jersey stops, you’re not allowed to attack him.”On The Graham Norton Show, Bradley Wiggins was asked whether cyclists pop into a cafe and use the facilities.It appears that is not an option.
Wiggins grimly replied: “You just get it out.”But that’s not always the case if the riders are feeling a bit chilly.Wiggins added: “If it’s raining and it’s freezing cold, you do it in your shorts, because it warms your legs up.”A pretty bold revelation to make in front of the other guests, including Liam Neeson.
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